Israel deports two activists detained over Gaza-bound flotilla

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Israel deported two activists, a Spanish national and a Brazilian, after investigating their alleged involvement in a Gaza-bound flotilla. The foreign ministry stated that one was suspected of terrorist affiliation, while the other faced accusations of illegal activities, both of which they deny.

May 10 (Reuters) - Israel deported Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national, and Brazilian Thiago Ávila on Sunday after completing an investigation into their participation in a Gaza-bound flotilla, the foreign ministry said. Israel's foreign ministry said Abu Keshek was suspected of affiliation with a terrorist organisation and Avila was suspected of illegal activity. Both denied the allegations. (Reporting by Tala Ramadan; Editing by Kim Coghill)